Procter, Alice
The Whole Picture: The colonial story of the art in our museums & why we need to talk about it
- ISBN 13:
- 9781788402453
- author:
- Procter, Alice
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Cassell
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2021
- Pages:
- 320
- Dimensions:
- 19.6 x 12.6 x 2.8 centimeters (0
- Genre:
- Arts & Photography, Art, History,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
The Whole Picture: A New Perspective on Art and Colonialism Art history has long been associated with a narrow, Eurocentric view. But what if this narrative is not as universal as we think? In "The Whole Picture", art historian Alice Procter challenges the conventional wisdom by uncovering the hidden stories behind some of the world's most famous artworks. Through four chronological sections - The Palace, The Classroom, The Memorial, and The Playground - Procter reveals the complex colonial narratives that underpin our relationship with art. From propaganda paintings to Maori mokomokai skulls, she sheds light on the often-overlooked stories that have been left out of the art history canon. By examining five distinct artworks, including Kara Walker's A Subtlety, Procter shows how the art industry today is still grappling with its colonial past. This book offers a fresh perspective on the role of art in shaping our understanding of the world and ourselves.
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